Session 3 – Sustainability at the Core of Political Developments and Mega trends

Session 3 – Sustainability at the Core of Political Developments and Mega trends

The EU Green Deal is the European Union political strategy to support wealth and growth in the years ahead. The sustainability agenda is a pivotal element of it and is in particular driving the Farm to Fork strategy. The EU food chain is experiencing turmoil that will be felt by all involved in the food chain. This session will explore the profound changes that are on their way and provide inspirational insights to navigate them, including through food security, logistic evolution and digital trends aspects. The session will conclude with industry leaders exchanging their sustainability agendas.

Time and session # Themes and Speakers
14:10 – 14:20 S3.1 Moderator introduction
Didier Boudy, President, Mademoiselle Desserts
14:20 – 14:50 S3.2 The path to a more sustainable flour supply chain
Bernard Valluis, Honorary President, European Flour Millers
14:50 – 15:20 S3.3 Sustainability in action in bakery operations
Josep Serret, Industrial Director, Europastry
15:20 – 15:50 Coffee break
15:50 – 16:10 S3.4 Our responsibility towards next generations
Sophie Blum, Chief Marketing & Channels Officer, Puratos
16:10 – 17:20 S3.5 Industry Leaders Panel Discussion
Jean-Manuel Lévêque, Chairman, Novepan
Joseph Serret, Industrial Director, Europastry
Olivier Tilkens, President Northern & Eastern Europe, Puratos
Bernard Valluis, Honorary President, European Flour Millers